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Malchow earth dam

Malchow earth dam
A man-made earth embankment connects the old town and the monastery.

The Malchow earth dam - a historic link in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

The Malchow earth dam is one of the most remarkable historical structures in inland Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, not far from the Baltic Sea coast. Built by man, this earth dam connects the old town of Malchow with the neighboring monastery and thus shapes the characteristic townscape of the island town in a unique way.

Bridge between the old town and Malchow Monastery

The causeway is not only a practical link between two historically significant parts of the town, but also a testament to the craftsmanship of past centuries. Those who walk over the earth dam experience Malchow from a very special perspective - surrounded by water and embedded in the vast lake landscape of Mecklenburg. The region also invites you to take excursions to the nearby Baltic Sea coast, for example to Rostock, Wismar or the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula.

Malchow as a starting point for the Mecklenburg Lake District

Malchow is located in the middle of the Mecklenburg Lake District and is an excellent starting point for cycling tours, boat trips and hikes through Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The earth dam is one of the quiet but impressive sights that make the townscape and history of the region tangible.